Assistant Professor Chemical Engineering

Pay Range

USD $90,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

Overview

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Clarkson University, https://www.clarkson.edu/academics/engineering/chemical-biomolecular- engineering, invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. Candidates must have an outstanding record of accomplishment and have an interest in any one of the following areas:

• Semiconductor processing (e.g., chemical mechanical planarization, nanotechnology)

• Energy & Environment (e.g., renewables, biofuels, electrical energy storage, CO2 sequestration/conversion, water treatment and membranes)

• Process Engineering (e.g., AI, optimization, process systems, plasma and electrochemistry)

Additional information about the Coulter School of Engineering and its departments can be found at http://www.clarkson.edu/engineering/ as well as resources available at Clarkson’s interdisciplinary centers https://www.clarkson.edu/research-centers-and-labs.

For full consideration, please submit application materials by February 1, 2027. An application should include a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, descriptions of the candidate’s research, teaching and email contact information for three to four references. 

Questions about the position or the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Clarkson University can be directed to Professor Elizabeth Podlaha-Murphy, [email protected]; (315) 268-4167.

Responsibilities

• Lead and teach engineering courses that satisfy the department’s teaching mission.• Contribute expertise in research that complements the department’s strategic initiatives in process systems engineering, biomaterials, plasma engineering, electrochemistry, energy and semiconductor processing.• Advise students on their career paths.• Be willing to contribute and lead departmental and university committees.• Cultivate a safe, respectful environment for student achievement.• Assist with other projects, administrative duties, and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications: A PhD degree in chemical engineering or a related fieldPreferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related fields, including a strong publication record and interest in teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Essential Skills

●      Excellence in scholarship.

●      Outstanding communication skills.

●      Ability to manage teaching, research and service projects simultaneously.

●      Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity inclusion and belonging.

Physical Demands

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

Disclaimer Statement

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

EEO Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. 

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records

Compensation: 90000 to 100000 (USD)